Exploring Themes in The Treasure of Lemon Brown

Greg Ridley, a young boy, is upset after a lecture from his father about his poor math performance. To avoid studying, he wanders into an abandoned building where he meets Lemon Brown, a former blues musician. Lemon Brown shares his life story and reveals his treasure, a harmonica and newspaper clippings, symbolizing his legacy. When thugs attempt to steal Lemon's treasure, Greg helps defend it. Through this experience, Greg gains a new perspective on life and family, ultimately smiling at the thought of his father's lecture.

What is the primary reason for Greg's poor mood at the beginning of the story?

• He is worried about his math grades.

• He is feeling sick.

• He lost his basketball game.

• He had a fight with his friend.

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Why does Greg decide to walk down the street instead of going upstairs to study?

• He is looking for a place to play basketball.

• He is avoiding a lecture from his father.

• He is searching for a lost item.

• He wants to meet his friends.

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What does Greg find inside the abandoned tenement?

• A group of his friends playing checkers.

• A hidden treasure chest.

• An old man named Lemon Brown.

• A comfortable and clean room.

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What does Lemon Brown claim to have that Greg initially doubts?

• A hidden weapon.

• A valuable treasure.

• A secret room.

• A famous friend.

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What do the neighborhood thugs want from Lemon Brown?

• His money.

• His harmonica.

• His treasure.

• His house.

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How does Lemon Brown defend himself against the thugs?

• He hurls his body down the stairs.

• He uses a hidden weapon.

• He hides in the basement.

• He calls the police.

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What items does Lemon Brown reveal as his treasure?

• Gold coins and a map.

• A harmonica and newspaper clippings.

• A diary and a photograph.

• A watch and a ring.

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Why did Lemon Brown give his son the harmonica and newspaper clippings?

• To remind him of his musical career.

• To show him the value of hard work.

• To pass on his legacy and identity.

• To encourage him to become a musician.

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What lesson does Greg learn from his encounter with Lemon Brown?

• The value of family and legacy.

• The importance of studying hard.

• The significance of making friends.

• The need to avoid dangerous places.

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Why does Greg smile at the end of the story when thinking about his father's lecture?

• He is happy to be home.

• He is planning to ignore the lecture.

• He realizes the importance of his father's words.

• He finds the lecture amusing.

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